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Double oval buckle for a belt
Finish your leather belt with a simple fastening in the warm golden colour of brass. This double oval buckle has two openings divided by a central bar and a movable pin that engages a hole in the strap. Its plain frame pairs easily with period clothing, a bag or your own leatherworking project. The hand-cast construction features a shaped surface with visible finishing marks. It is particularly suited to narrower straps; compare both leather width and thickness with the frame opening before fitting. The double-loop design helps guide the loose strap end and keeps the fastening neatly arranged. Further product information ...
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Double oval brass buckle for a leather belt
Two loops and one pin
The frame consists of two rounded openings with a slightly angular outer outline. The central bar carries one movable pin, whose tip rests in a recess on the opposite edge. There is no figurative or floral decoration. The brass has a natural golden colour that may gradually darken into a patina.
Historical context
Double oval buckles are documented among European early modern finds. Comparable types are often dated approximately to 1550–1650, making this restrained shape a suitable option for clothing inspired by the Renaissance and early Baroque periods. This is a comparison of buckle types; the supplied information does not identify a specific historical original. The central bar combines the fixed strap attachment and movable fastening pin within one frame.
How to fit the buckle
- Choose a strap that passes through the opening without being forcibly compressed. Allow for the thickness of the folded leather.
- Make a hole or short slot at the attachment end to allow the pin to move freely.
- Fold the strap end around the central bar and secure it with suitable stitching or rivets. Do not trap the pin.
- Mark and punch fastening holes in the loose end to suit the required circumference.
- To fasten, pass the strap through the frame, engage the pin in your chosen hole and guide the remaining end through the second loop.
We recommend testing the attachment on an offcut of the same leather first. The internal width describes the maximum opening, rather than guaranteeing compatibility with every strap of that width.
Technical specifications
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Material | Brass |
| Manufacture | Hand-cast |
| Overall dimensions | Approximately 37 × 29 mm (1.46 × 1.14 in) |
| Maximum internal width | Approximately 22 mm (0.87 in) |
| Construction | Two oval loops, central bar and one movable pin |
| Manufacturer | Marshal Historical |
Care and suggested accessories
Wipe the buckle with a soft cloth and dry it after exposure to moisture. To retain its shine, use a gentle brass cleaner while protecting the surrounding leather. Avoid coarse abrasives, forcibly bending the pin and excessive loading. Regularly inspect the attachment and strap holes; damage may allow the belt to come undone.
For clothing inspired by the 16th–17th centuries, we recommend a suitable leather strap, simple strap keeper and period bag. A leather punch, saddler’s thread or appropriate rivets will help with fitting. A leather belt is not included with the buckle.
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